Proof of Usefulness Report

TANGapp

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+362
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

TANGapp is a legitimate, venture-backed fintech startup (Seed stage, ~$2.5M funding) solving a genuine problem for the Filipino diaspora. However, the submission quality is critically low, containing demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product') and vague data. While the underlying business has verifiable utility and traction (Forbes 100 to Watch, active app store presence), the PoU score is heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the application itself.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+200.0
Audience Reach Impact+50.0
Technical Innovation+60.0
Evidence Of Traction+50.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+442.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.82
Final Score+362

Project Details

Project URL
Description
TANG app is an international peer-to-peer payment app. It allows Filipinos abroad to send airtime or money home and the receiver can use the airtime instantly or they can use the TANG app for the received money to pay bills and peer-to-peer.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline